Conference Proceedings: The International Psychology Conference Dubai (October 3, 2020)
Keywords:
positive psychology, wellbeing, Middle East/North Africa, coaching, culture, positive psychology coachingAbstract
The International Psychology Conference Dubai (IPCD) aims to act as a forum where practitioners and applied professionals can explore international knowledge and local best-practice to develop the psychology, wellbeing and human performance industry in the region. IPCD’s focus is on bringing practice-focused research and professional development opportunities to those working in the GCC and MENA region. For our first fully online conference on 3rd October 2020, under the theme “Social Identity: Co-existence in a Changing World”, presenters from around the world gave presentations, panel discussions and workshops covering a range of topics, including positive psychology. See the agenda at www.psychologygcc.com and history of IPCD at www.psych-me.com. Organizers of the conference include Dr. Kirin Hilliar, Dr. Alia Al Serkal and Cakil Agnew.